International hub · Freetown, Sierra Leone
Freetown Intl
- Elevation
- 84 ft
- Coordinates
- 8°37′N 13°12′W
- Local time
- Africa/Freetown
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Field information
GFLL runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Freetown Intl (GFLL/FNA) has one runway, 12/30, 10,498 ft (3,200 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 8. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at GFLL, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Africa/Freetown
Country
Sierra Leone
SL
Municipality
Freetown (Lungi-Town)
Elevation
84 ft
Position
8.6164, -13.1955
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 8
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Airport category
B
Crew briefing required
Runways · GFLL
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 10,498 ft (3,200 m) | 150 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at GFLL.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Freetown Intl (GFLL / FNA) in Freetown, Sierra Leone, through one 24/7 OCC desk. GFLL is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at GFLL
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Sierra Leone
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Sierra Leone. Applicable permit lead times for Sierra Leone are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Sierra Leone are managed end-to-end.
- 02
Ground Handling at GFLL
Direct FBO and handler coordination at GFLL covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at GFLL
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at GFLL is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to GFLL
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for GFLL: 8° 36′ 59″ N 13° 11′ 44″ W; elevation 84 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Freetown
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Freetown. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at GFLL.
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Cargo Operations at GFLL
Support for freighter operations into GFLL covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where GFLL sits in the network
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Operating into GFLL?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Freetown Intl — one desk for the whole trip.